Rahway Kitty Hall among new downtown tenants

New Jersey’s first cat cafe, Rahway Kitty Hall, opened in downtown Rahway, hosting a grand opening earlier this month.

Rahway Kitty Hall takes over a space at 209 W. Main St., next to Jersey Fried Chicken, which formerly was occupied by Redemption Tattoo.

The cat cafe partners with Angel Paws, a Colonia-based pet adoption center, to showcase cats that are available for adoption. Kitty Hall is a place where you can meet cats and get to know cats that are up for adoption, though it’s not a shelter. Nor is it a cat day care or a place where you can bring stray cats.

Cat cafes began in Taiwan as a way for apartment dwellers not allowed to have pets could “get their cat fix” and read a book, surf the web, have some coffee or socialize while enjoying the company of a feline. Still don’t it it? Check out their Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page.